Summary
Circumstances:
The helicopter collided with powerlines whilst engaged on a pig spotting flight.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199001993 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 12/06/1990 |
| Location | "Koonawarra" property near Moree |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 15/11/1990 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Wirestrike |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Hughes Helicopters |
|---|---|
| Model | 269 |
| Registration | VH-CHM |
| Serial number | 330191 |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Moree NSW |
| Destination | Moree NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |